Kadsura induta is a species of climbing liana in the family Schisandraceae.[1] It is native to subtropical regions of China (Yunnan and Guangxi) and Vietnam.[2] Unlike many other species in the genus Kadsura, which typically have a smooth exterior, the fruit of K. induta is covered in dense, hair-like structures (pubescent-tomentose).[3]
| Kadsura induta | |
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Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Embryophytes |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Spermatophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Order: | Austrobaileyales |
| Family: | Schisandraceae |
| Genus: | Kadsura |
| Species: | K. induta |
| Binomial name | |
| Kadsura induta | |
Description
editThe plant is a woody, evergreen vine (liana). Its most distinctive morphological feature is the fruit, which features a pubescent-tomentose exterior, distinguishing it from the smooth-fruited species common within the same genus.[3]
Phytochemistry
editThe plant is a subject of pharmacological research due to its secondary metabolites. It contains various biologically active compounds, specifically dibenzocyclooctadiene lignans, including:
- Kadsindutalignans A–C (1–3)
- Heteroclitalignan B (4)
- Kadsuphilin C (5)
- Kadsulignan E (6)
Studies have explored these compounds for their potential anti-inflammatory properties.[4]
References
edit- 1 2 "Kadsura induta A.C.Sm." Global Biodiversity Information Facility. Retrieved 17 March 2026.
- ↑ "Kadsura induta A.C.Sm." Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 17 March 2026.
- 1 2 "Kadsura in Flora of China". efloras.org. Flora of China. Retrieved March 17, 2026.
- ↑ Tai, Bui Huu (2022). "New dibenzocyclooctadiene lignans from Kadsura induta with their anti-inflammatory activity". RSC Advances. 38 (7): 1127–1134. doi:10.1080/14786419.2022.2134361. PMID 36255129.